1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A6 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | F300 Life Jet | A6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2842 mm |